Find coaches from Santa Barbara to Austin, TX, US

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Next departures from Santa Barbara to Austin on 4 November
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixBus + Greyhound Lines, Inc. + Greyhound Lines Mexico
    		Santa Barbara Station
    		Austin Eastside Bus PlazaCheapestFastest
    Amtrak
      		UC Santa Barbara
      		Austin, TXNo tags
      Amtrak
        		UC Santa Barbara
        		Austin, TXNo tags
        Amtrak
          		Train Station
          		Austin, TXNo tags
          Amtrak
            		Train Station
            		Austin, TXNo tags

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            Compare 2 ways to travel from Santa Barbara to Austin

            We recommend taking the bus

            Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Austin. The journey takes about 1 day, 14 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just £181, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

            2bus per day
            1d 14hAverage duration
            1307 milesDistance
            53kgCO₂ emissions
            Bus
            		Average price£181 - £277Average duration1d 14h
            53kg CO₂e
            Train
            		Average price£273 - £275Average duration1d 13h
            192kg CO₂e

            Bus Santa Barbara to Austin, TX, US: Trip Overview

            Average ticket price£198
            Average bus trip duration1d 14h
            Number of daily buses2
            Earliest bus departure14:45
            Distance1307 miles
            Latest bus departure18:45

            Santa Barbara to Austin Bus

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            Frequently asked questions on the trip Santa Barbara - Austin, TX, US

            1. What's the distance between Santa Barbara and Austin by coach?

              The journey from Santa Barbara to Austin by coach covers an approximate distance of 1310 miles (2112 km).

            2. How can I travel from Santa Barbara to Austin avoiding air travel?

              You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

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            busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Santa Barbara to Austin, TX, US was searched and found on 4 Nov 2025 with a price of £360

            To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Santa Barbara to Austin, TX, US as early as possible.

            You can expect to pay from £360 to £1,036 for a bus ticket from Santa Barbara to Austin, TX, US based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £360, which is on 2025-11-04.

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            The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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            What's the cheapest way to go from Santa Barbara to Austin, TX, US?

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